Last month we began a new series on the basic operation of the internal combustion engine. We realize that many of our readers may be new to the high-performance scene and do not fully understand the ...

With all the recent emphasis on electric vehicles, we often overlook the technology that still powers most cars on the road today. The internal combustion engine (ICE) has been at the heart of the ...

The rotary engine was an unconventional design that delivered great power for its size. Here's what's good and bad about it.

In order for any internal combustion engine to function properly, you need three basic things: air, fuel, and spark. Air mixes with the fuel, providing an explosive catalyst. The engine compresses the ...

NOTE: With this issue of HOT ROD, your Shop Series begins a slightly different and more comprehensive approach to the discussion of engine and vehicle basics. In the coming months, you'll find a frank ...